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Selling Relics in Seville (oil on panel)
2829373 Selling Relics in Seville (oil on panel) by Phillip, John (1817-67); 23.2x37.5 cm; Bristol Museum and Art Gallery, UK; eBristol Museums, Galleries & Archives; Given by Alfred de Pass in memory of Nora de Pass, 1936; Scottish, out of copyright
Media ID 22990156
© Bristol Museums, Galleries & Archives Given by Alfred de Pass in memory of Nora de Pass, 1936 / Bridgeman Images
Churchman Churchmen Cleric Clerics Corrupt Corruption Relic Relics Selling Seville Spirituality Ecclesiastical
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This print titled "Selling Relics in Seville" transports us to a bygone era, depicting a scene of religious trade and spirituality. Painted by John Phillip in the 19th century, this oil on panel artwork measures 23.2x37.5 cm and is housed at the Bristol Museum and Art Gallery in the UK. The image captures a bustling market square in Seville, Spain, where churchmen engage in commerce with eager buyers. The painting sheds light on the controversial practice of selling relics - items believed to possess sacred qualities or connections to saints - which were highly sought after during that time. With meticulous attention to detail, Phillip portrays these clerics as figures caught between faith and corruption. Their expressions hint at their inner struggle as they exchange relics for money, blurring the line between genuine devotion and opportunistic profit-making. Through this thought-provoking composition, we are invited to reflect upon themes of Catholicism, commercialization within religion, and questions surrounding faith itself. The artist skillfully captures both the vibrancy of the market atmosphere and the underlying tension within these ecclesiastical transactions. As we delve into this mesmerizing piece from Bridgeman Images' collection, it serves as a reminder that art has an incredible power to transport us through time while sparking contemplation about our own beliefs and values.
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